CoI Reforms: Deadlines were missed on both Governor & Gov’t side – Premier
This comes as Governor John J. Rankin, CMG in an October 4, 2022, statement had raised concerns over slow progress in some areas of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) reforms, however, the statement made no mention that deadlines were also missed by the Governor’s side.
Gov't remains ambitions - Premier
Premier Dr Whatley in a press conference on October 7, 2022, detailed “We were very ambitious in our commitments and, unfortunately, deadlines have been missed. It is important to note that deadlines have been missed on the Governor’s side as well as on the side of cabinet.”
He said in all instances, these deadlines have been missed for good reason.
“For instance, we have insisted that the Jury Act and the Register of Interests Act, both of which fall under the Governor’s groups’ responsibilities, receive proper consultation as opposed to being rushed through the legislative process.”
The Premier further pointed out that his government recognizes that the exercise however is ‘box ticking exercise' but a real effort for real and sustained change, and this is not something that should be rushed.
He said it is important to acknowledge, however, the VI is sill heading in the right direction.
Substantial progress made - Premier
Meanwhile, the Premier has revealed that regarding the framework, substantial progress has been made with greater work to come.
“By the end of August, 94% of the recommendations were completed or were in progress to be completed. We have worked hard, and I would like to thank all the hard-working public servants, reviewers, Ministers, and legislators for all their hard work thus far. I can say with confidence that everyone involved is truly committed to reform,” he added.
Premier Wheatley has reaffirmed that his Government of National Unity made a commitment to CoI reforms in order to strengthen the Territory’s institutions and systems of government and to transform the way the Government’s business is handled, and they indent to follow through.
He said the primary actors responsible for implementation, includes the Premier and other Cabinet Ministers along with the House of Assembly, Ministries of Government, and the Governor.
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12 Responses to “CoI Reforms: Deadlines were missed on both Governor & Gov’t side – Premier ”
If Governor John J. Rankin messes up, what has that have to do with you? Stop making vain excuses.
Your excuses are of no help to us. Do what your have agreed to do. Governor John J. Rankin is answerable to his boss, not to you for are answerable to him to fulfilled the CoI recommendations as agreed to, and you are also answerable to us, the people, to ensure that good governance is being administered correctly.